Have a block of cream cheese to use? Make an easy cream cheese dip recipe! This list has sweet dips, savory dips, and everything in between.

Around the holidays, I keep several blocks of cream cheese in my fridge! And inevitably, I have some leftover that I need to figure out how to use. The good news is that tangy cream cheese is truly the foundation for any tasty dip! So, as we move into football playoffs, I will usually use up any leftover cream cheese from the holidays in a delicious dip recipe.

Cream cheese is wonderful to have on hand because you can add so many different things to it, both sweet and savory. It’s a (creamy) neutral vehicle to deliver the flavor of your choice!

For the ideas below, I chose to move beyond the basics like Spinach Dip and French Onion Dip, choosing to show you some new ideas to add to your appetizer lineup!

a photo collage of dips made with cream cheese

As an added bonus, cream cheese stays well at room temperature for up to two hours. This makes it the perfect option for your next gathering, whether that’s a potluck, holiday party season or just a night at home with the family. 

When I want to keep it simple, I’ll just top a brick of cream cheese with red pepper jelly and serve with some buttery crackers! But, if you want to whip up something a little more complicated, I’ve got you covered. As an added bonuses, all of these dip recipes use simple ingredients you can find at your local grocery store! 

In this list, I share over 18 of the best cream cheese dips from my site and some personal favorites from friends! I know you’ll find a great dip recipe for your next party here. 

Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip

Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip

This delicious dip is a simple appetizer recipe packed with hot sauce, cheddar cheese, shredded chicken and more! I like to top this classic dip with fresh green chives for garnish! Serve with tortilla chips, carrot sticks or celery.
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Hot Cream Cheese Corn Dip

Hot Cream Cheese Corn Dip

This hot dip has corn, jalapeno peppers, green onions and of course, cream cheese! It's a crowd favorite for game day and wonderful with fresh vegetables like carrots or sliced bell peppers!
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an overhead photo of a bowl of cranberry cream cheese dip

Easy Cranberry Cream Cheese Dip

This sweet, cold dip recipe is the perfect pairing with graham crackers or fresh fruit! As a bonus, it uses up leftover cranberry sauce. Perfect for getting those Thanksgiving leftovers out of the fridge!
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Smoked Cream Cheese

Smoked Cream Cheese

Cream cheese on the smoker? Heck yes! It's a GREAT appetizer that will surprise your guests! I like to serve this with a drizzle of hot honey.
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Creamy Green Olive Dip

Creamy Green Olive Dip

If you love savory, briny flavors, this is a good dip for an elegant appetizer! It has chopped green olives and sundried tomatoes. It's weirdly good with salty potato chips or pita chips. Add hummus as a second dip option for even more flavor!
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Spicy Ranch Cheese Ball

Easy Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Well, technically it isn't, but cheeseballs are my favorite appetizers, so I had to sneak it in! It's an easy recipe that uses cream cheese, garlic powder, Mexican cheese, bacon (or bacon bits), and ranch flavoring. Serve it on a pie plate, surrounded by dippers. It's awesome with Ritz crackers and celery sticks!
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Southern Spicy Pimento Cheese

Southern Spicy Pimento Cheese

Oh, this is absolutely the best dip! Once I start eating it, I can't stop. This southern favorite is kicked up a notch with Pepperjack cheese and cayenne pepper. Delish and perfect for a Super Bowl Party!
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Quick Jalapeno Artichoke Dip Recipe

Quick Jalapeno Artichoke Dip Recipe

In this recipe, a classic creamy dip gets a little kick from jalapenos. Amazing served with bagel chips or fresh-cut veggies, and perfect for special occasions!
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Fried Dill Pickle Dip

Fried Dill Pickle Dip

Love pickles? This easy dip recipe tastes just like a fried dill pickle dipped in ranch! If you have a pickle lover in your family, I know this dip will make them super happy! Serve with your favorite crackers.
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Easy 5 Ingredient Sausage Cheese Dip

Easy 5 Ingredient Sausage Cheese Dip

I love this easy 5-ingredient recipe because it uses softened cream cheese, Velveeta, Rotel tomatoes and sausage, of course! It is one of the creamiest dips I've ever tasted!
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Crab Rangoon Dip with Fried Wontons

Crab Rangoon Dip with Fried Wontons

I have a friend that makes this delicious cream cheese dip for parties, and it's one of my absolutely favorites! The perfect dip for a football watch party.
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Green Chile Queso Dip - Sweetly Splendid

Green Chile Queso Dip – Sweetly Splendid

This flavorful cream cheese dip tastes just like the cheesy dip you get at Mexican restaurants! Amazing with tortilla chips. Add black beans and serve with corn salsa for extra flavor!
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Brownie Batter Dip

Brownie Batter Dip

Craving something sweet? This easy recipe is the perfect way to make a cream cheese fruit dip. It's absolutely heavenly served with fresh strawberries!
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Beer Cheese Dip - Game Day Snack - Ovenspiration

Beer Cheese Dip – Game Day Snack – Ovenspiration

This great recipe makes for an excellent party dip served with soft pretzels! You can spice it up with different types of cheeses, too. It's beautiful when topped with fresh herbs!
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Funfetti Cake Dip Recipe - Cook Eat Go

Funfetti Cake Dip Recipe – Cook Eat Go

Love funfetti cake? Me too! This recipe is funfetti cake in dip form. Kids absolutely love this one! Try serving with graham crackers or fresh fruit for a perfect pairing.
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Easy Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe - That Guy Who Grills

Easy Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe – That Guy Who Grills

This Easy Smoked Salmon Dip Recipe is perfect for using leftover smoked salmon! If smoked salmon has seasonings and herbs on it the flavor is even better!
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Pumpkin Fluff Dip

Pumpkin Fluff Dip

This pumpkin fluff dip tastes like fall in a bowl! It has so much flavor from the yummy pumpkin, cinnamon, pie spice and marshmallow fluff! Add cream cheese for the best results and to make this dip extra creamy!
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a photo of crab dip being scooped with Ritz crackers

Cold Cajun Crab Dip

For this easy dip recipe, you'll need both cream cheese and mayonnaise to make it extra creamy! Feel free to substitute sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for the mayo. I like to serve with Ritz crackers or celery sticks for a bit of crunch.
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If you need more easy appetizer recipes, check out all of my appetizer recipes here. 

Serving Suggestions and Saving Leftover Cream Cheese Dip

Serve your dip alongside the suggested accompaniments, or an easy, colorful tray like my Football Veggie Tray or Fruit Tray!

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the refrigerator. If it needs to be reheated, do so gently on low power in the microwave, 30 seconds at a time. 

I hope that this list helped you find the best cream cheese dip recipe for your party! If you ended up using one of them, let me know in the comments, below.

Do you still have leftover cream cheese? I cannot recommend my Crack Chicken Noodle Soup enough! It’s an excellent option for using up cream cheese!